Definition

A chemical substance that was used as an antidepressant and to treat tuberculosis, known for its ability to inhibit monoamine oxidase.

Example

Iproniazid was once a popular treatment for depression before other medications became available.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of iproniazid?

Yeah, I think it's an old antidepressant, right?

Exactly! I read that it was also used to treat tuberculosis.

That's interesting! It's amazing how medicine evolves over time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Iproniazid is a compound word formed from 'isopropyl' (a chemical group derived from isopropanol, meaning a branched-chain alcohol) and 'hydrazine' (a chemical compound with the formula N2H4, meaning a nitrogen compound). The word refers to a specific chemical compound used as an antidepressant and is a combination of these two chemical components.

Memory Tip

Think of 'isopropyl' as a type of alcohol and 'hydrazine' as a nitrogen compound — together, they form a unique chemical used in medicine.

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